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The name Sümeyra is regarded as the Turkish variant of the name Samira, which represents the feminine form of Samir. It carries the meanings "the entertainer," "to converse in the evening or at night," or freely interpreted, "the intimate conversation at night."
What does the name Sümeyra mean?
Sümeyra is regarded as the Turkish spelling of the name Samira, which in turn is a feminine form of Samir. The meaning of the name is "the entertainer," "to converse in the evening or at night," or more freely, "the intimate conversation at night." The origin of the name lies in the Arabic word samar or samara (سَمَرَ), which means "to chat in the evening" or "to converse in the evening or at night." Furthermore, the name can also be derived from the Arabic term thamar (ثمر), which stands for "the fruit," "the yield," and "the gain." In this case, the meaning would be "the fertile one" or "the fruit-bearing one." Other variants of the name include Samar, Samire, Samyra, Semira, Semire, and Sameera.
Where does the name Sümeyra come from?
Sümeyra is a female first name with Arabic roots, whose meaning is "the entertainer." The
How do you pronounce Sümeyra?
The sound and pronunciation of Sümeyra is three syllables and rich in nuances. It is pronounced as "Sü-mei-ra" [zyˈmeɪ̯ʁa] and combines the rounded front vowel "ü" with a bright diphthong in the middle syllable. The gentle "r" before the open ending gives the name a harmonious finish. Thus, Sümeyra sounds melodic and elegant - soft, flowing, and simultaneously present.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Sümeyra enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 2,723rd on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2008, when it reached 678th place. In the last ten years, Sümeyra has been given as a first name about 80 times, which earned it 2,734th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,107th.
Nicknames & pet names
Mey / Simira / Su / Sumsum / Sushi / Süm / Sümi / Sümmi / Sümos
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Famous people
- Sümeyra Cakir (singer)
- Sümeyra Koc (actress)
- Sümeyra Stahl (singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Sümeyra
What is the origin of the name Sümeyra?
Sümeyra is a female first name with Arabic roots and is primarily found in the languages Arabic, Kurdish, and Turkish.
What does the name Sümeyra mean?
The name Sümeyra means "the entertainer" and refers to evening chatting. It can also be associated with fertility, encompassing the meaning "the fertile one" or "the fruit-bearing one."
How popular is the name Sümeyra?
Sümeyra is very popular in Turkey and among Turkish-speaking communities, while it is less common in other countries.